7 to 10 nights on the Magdalena · Cartagena to Barranquilla · from A$5,093 pp
Wonders of Colombia is a 7 to 10-night AmaWaterways river cruise on the Magdalena, from Cartagena to Barranquilla, on AmaMagdalena or AmaMelodia. There are 81 departures between November 2026 and December 2028, from A$5,093 per person twin share in a Balcony stateroom, cruise only, with port charges and gratuities included.
Seven nights run from Cartagena to Barranquilla, tracing the Caribbean coast and the Magdalena River through Colombia's living culture and extraordinary biodiversity. The journey ends amid the spectacle of Barranquilla's world-famous Carnival, one of the greatest celebrations in the Americas.
| Length | 7 to 10 nights |
|---|---|
| River | Magdalena |
| Starts and ends | Cartagena to Barranquilla |
| Countries | Colombia |
| Ships | AmaMagdalena, AmaMelodia |
| Departures | 81, 18 Nov 2026 to 30 Dec 2028 |
| Themed sailings | Soulful Experience sailing |
| From | A$5,093 pp, Balcony |
Itinerary and fares from AmaWaterways, checked 2 November at 7:29am.
| Day | Where | The day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cartagena, Colombia | The coastal splendor of Cartagena |
| 2 | Calamar, Colombia | Echoes of freedom |
| 3 | Magangue, Colombia | Nature and music on the Magdalena |
| 4 | Mompox, Colombia | Historic beauty and timeless traditions |
| 5 | Mompox, Colombia | Scenic cruising and cultural rhythms |
| 6 | Santa Barbara De Pinto, Colombia | Handcrafted traditions of the heartland |
| 7 | Sabanagrande, Colombia | The vibrant soul of Colombia |
| 8 | Barranquilla, Colombia | Disembark and carry home the magic of Colombia |
As published by AmaWaterways. Excursions and timings can change with river levels and local conditions.
Every departure we list, with the lowest fare in each stateroom type, per person for two sharing, in Australian dollars, cruise only, with port charges and gratuities included, as listed by AmaWaterways on 2 November at 7:29am. Press Quote on a date and a specialist confirms what is open and the price for two before you pay.
| Departs | Ship | Window | Balcony | Suite | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Nov 20267 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,281 | A$8,678 | |
| 21 Nov 20267 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,281 | A$9,278 | |
| 2 Dec 20267 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,880 | A$9,277 | |
| 5 Dec 20267 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,581 | A$9,578 | |
| 16 Dec 20267 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,581 | A$8,978 | |
| 19 Dec 20267 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,581 | A$9,578 | |
| 30 Dec 20267 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,730 | A$9,127 |
| Departs | Ship | Window | Balcony | Suite | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Jan 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,957 | A$9,833 | |
| 13 Jan 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,957 | A$9,258 | |
| 16 Jan 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$7,388 | A$10,264 | |
| 27 Jan 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$7,244 | A$9,545 | |
| 30 Jan 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,381 | A$9,257 | |
| 13 Feb 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,381 | A$9,257 | |
| 24 Feb 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,631 | A$7,932 | |
| 27 Feb 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$7,532 | A$10,408 | |
| 10 Mar 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,957 | A$9,258 | |
| 13 Mar 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$7,388 | A$10,264 | |
| 24 Mar 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$7,101 | A$9,402 | |
| 27 Mar 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,525 | A$9,401 | |
| 7 Apr 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,813 | A$8,114 | |
| 10 Apr 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,887 | A$8,763 | |
| 21 Apr 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,487 | A$7,788 | |
| 5 May 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,093 | A$7,394 | |
| 8 May 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,343 | A$8,219 | |
| 19 May 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,743 | A$8,044 | |
| 22 May 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla · Soulful Experience sailing | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$10,207 | A$13,083 | |
| 2 June 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,093 | A$7,394 | |
| 16 June 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,237 | A$7,538 | |
| 25 Aug 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,669 | A$8,833 | |
| 8 Sept 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,313 | A$8,477 | |
| 11 Sept 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,313 | A$9,628 | |
| 22 Sept 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,313 | A$8,477 | |
| 25 Sept 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,313 | A$9,628 | |
| 6 Oct 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,313 | A$8,477 | |
| 9 Oct 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,313 | A$9,628 | |
| 23 Oct 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,813 | A$10,128 | |
| 3 Nov 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,457 | A$8,621 | |
| 6 Nov 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,457 | A$9,772 | |
| 17 Nov 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,457 | A$8,621 | |
| 1 Dec 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,957 | A$9,121 | |
| 4 Dec 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,457 | A$9,772 | |
| 15 Dec 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,601 | A$8,765 | |
| 18 Dec 20277 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,601 | A$9,916 |
| Departs | Ship | Window | Balcony | Suite | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,617 | A$10,932 | |
| 12 Jan 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,761 | A$9,925 | |
| 15 Jan 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,761 | A$11,076 | |
| 26 Jan 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,761 | A$9,925 | |
| 29 Jan 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,761 | A$11,076 | |
| 26 Feb 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,761 | A$11,076 | |
| 8 Mar 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,617 | A$9,781 | |
| 11 Mar 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,617 | A$10,932 | |
| 22 Mar 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,473 | A$9,637 | |
| 25 Mar 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,473 | A$10,788 | |
| 5 Apr 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$9,493 | |
| 8 Apr 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$10,644 | |
| 19 Apr 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,185 | A$9,349 | |
| 22 Apr 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,185 | A$10,500 | |
| 3 May 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,041 | A$9,205 | |
| 6 May 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,791 | A$10,106 | |
| 3 June 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,297 | A$10,612 | |
| 17 June 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,647 | A$9,962 | |
| 9 Aug 202810 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,791 | A$9,955 | |
| 26 Aug 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,791 | A$10,106 | |
| 6 Sept 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,935 | A$9,099 | |
| 9 Sept 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,935 | A$10,250 | |
| 20 Sept 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,935 | A$9,099 | |
| 23 Sept 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,935 | A$10,250 | |
| 4 Oct 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$5,935 | A$9,099 | |
| 7 Oct 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$5,935 | A$10,250 | |
| 18 Oct 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,185 | A$9,349 | |
| 21 Oct 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,185 | A$10,500 | |
| 1 Nov 202810 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$9,493 | |
| 4 Nov 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$10,644 | |
| 15 Nov 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$9,493 | |
| 18 Nov 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$10,644 | |
| 29 Nov 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$9,493 | |
| 2 Dec 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,329 | A$10,644 | |
| 13 Dec 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,473 | A$9,637 | |
| 16 Dec 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,473 | A$10,788 | |
| 27 Dec 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMelodia | Sold out | A$6,617 | A$9,781 | |
| 30 Dec 20287 nights · Cartagena to Barranquilla | AmaMagdalena | Sold out | A$6,617 | A$10,932 |
The lowest fare in each stateroom type across the departures above, per person twin share. Each type has several categories by deck and size; we quote the one you prefer.
AmaWaterways covers the dining, the guided excursions and the bikes. Drinks come with lunch and dinner and at the nightly cocktail hour, rather than all day.
From A$5,093 per person, twin share (A$10,186 for two), in a Balcony stateroom. By stateroom type: Balcony from A$5,093, Suite from A$7,394. Fares are in Australian dollars, cruise only, with port charges and gratuities included, as listed by AmaWaterways on 2 November at 7:29am. They differ by date, so the table of departures above has each one.
81 times between 18 Nov 2026 and 30 Dec 2028: 7 departures in 2026, 36 departures in 2027, 38 departures in 2028. Some dates are themed sailings: soulful experience sailing.
It starts in Cartagena and finishes in Barranquilla.
AmaMagdalena and AmaMelodia, depending on the date. Every AmaWaterways ship is small, most carrying fewer than 200 guests, with twin-balcony staterooms above the Window category.
All meals on board, with wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner, guided excursions in most places you stop, Wi-Fi, port charges and gratuities. Flights, travel insurance, visas and premium drinks are extra.
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